Consumers age 50-plus increasingly want healthy foods that fit their "on-the-go" lifestyles. This "multitasking mentality" is a major reason that portable foods now account for one-quarter of consumers' daily caloric intake in the United States.  However, L.E.K. Consulting's research shows that 50-plus consumers are often either confused or skeptical about the health claims that they find on store shelves. This demographic represents a significant growth opportunity for food manufacturers and grocers that can provide handheld portable foods to fulfill these consumers' cravings for both tasty and healthy food options.

The shift toward the accountable care organization (ACO) model is requiring hospital administrators to reexamine how they collaborate with their health care partners to treat illness while focusing on long-term patient wellness. The ACO blueprint for success in a given market may vary based on the populations that providers are serving, hospital size and other local factors. That said, we have outlined four key considerations for effective clinical integration that hospital leaders must address.